The Picket Fence Range —
Solar Panel Skirting & Bird Protection
Professional-grade solar skirt solutions for North American installations. Clean finish, permanent protection, no drilling required.
Purpose-Built for North American Roofs
North American roof profiles are different from their European counterparts. Flatter, more uniform, and with far fewer contours to work around.
That consistency creates an opportunity. With the right product, solar bird and rodent protection on North American roofs can be faster, cleaner, and more aesthetically refined than anywhere else in the world.
The Picket Fence range was designed specifically for that context.
What Is Solar Panel Skirting?
Solar panel skirting is a perimeter barrier fitted around the base of a rooftop solar array. It closes the gap between the panel frame and the roof surface, preventing birds and rodents from nesting beneath the panels.
- Nesting causes chewed wiring, voided warranties, accelerated panel degradation, and costly return visits. A properly installed solar skirt eliminates all of those problems at the point of installation.
The Picket Fence range offers two variants to suit different roof profiles and installer preferences.
The Picket Fence Range
The standard Picket Fence is a flexible aluminum solar skirting solution designed for roofs that require a degree of shaping at the fixing points
- The Picket Fence — Flexible Aluminum Solar Skirt
The aluminum construction allows the fence to be cut to length with standard tin snips and bent by hand to navigate corners and minor roof profile variations. No power tools, no specialist equipment.
It is secured using the patent-pending G-Clip system, the same clip used across the Renew product range, for a drill-free, warranty-safe installation.
Supplied in 4-foot sections.
Key details:
- Material: Aluminum
- Section length: 4 feet
- Fixing method: Patent-pending G-Clip, drill-free
- Cut to length with tin snips
- Bends by hand to follow roof profile and corners
Which Picket Fence Is Right for the Job?
Both products solve the same problem and use the same drill-free clip fixing system. The distinction comes down to roof profile and finish preference.
- If the roof is uniform and the installer wants the cleanest possible street-level finish, the Rigid Picket Fence is the right call. If the roof has any variation that needs working around, the flexible aluminum version handles it without additional components.
| Picket Fence | Rigid Picket Fence | |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Aluminum | UV-stabilized polymer |
| Flexibility | Bends by hand | Rigid — uses corner pieces |
| Corners | Bend in place | Dedicated corner components |
| Best for | Roofs with minor profile variation | Uniform profiles, premium finish |
| Cut method | Tin snips | Multi-tool or circular saw |
| Fixing | G-Clip | Tool-free patent-pending clips |
The Rigid Picket Fence — Polymer Solar Skirt
The Rigid Picket Fence is a UV-stabilized high-grade polymer skirting solution for installations where a firm, structured finish is the priority.
The rigid pickets stay straight and true across the full length of the array, giving the finished installation a clean, integrated appearance from street level. Where the standard Picket Fence bends around corners, the Rigid version uses dedicated corner pieces and joiners for a seamless, gap-free wrap.
Sections can be notched or trimmed using a multi-tool or circular saw to work around brackets or obstructions.
Supplied in 4-foot sections with corners and joiners included.
Key details:
- Material: UV-stabilized high-grade polymer
- Section length: 4 feet
- Fixing method: Patent-pending tool-free clips, drill-free
- Includes custom corners and joiners
- Trim to size with a multi-tool or circular saw
Why Drill-Free Installation Matters
Both Picket Fence variants are installed without drilling into the solar panel frame.
Drilling voids most panel manufacturer warranties. The patent-pending clip systems used across both products grip the panel flange mechanically, with no penetration required. The panel warranty stays intact. The installer’s liability stays clean.
Built for Trade
The Picket Fence range is available to solar wholesalers and professional installers across North America.
Neither product requires specialist tools or training beyond a standard installation kit. The G-Clip and tool-free clip systems are designed for fast, repeatable installation at scale, whether that is a single domestic array or a large commercial contract.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a solar skirt?
A solar skirt is a perimeter barrier fitted around the base of a rooftop solar array. It seals the gap between the panel frame and the roof surface, preventing birds and rodents from accessing the space beneath the panels.
Do solar panel skirting products void panel warranties?
Not if installed correctly. Both Picket Fence variants use drill-free clip systems that attach to the panel flange without penetrating the frame, keeping manufacturer warranties fully intact.
What is the difference between the Picket Fence and the Rigid Picket Fence?
The standard Picket Fence is aluminum and can be bent by hand to follow roof contours and corners. The Rigid Picket Fence is a high-grade polymer that stays straight and rigid, using dedicated corner pieces for a seamless finish. Both are supplied in 4-foot sections and use drill-free fixing systems.
Are these products suitable for commercial solar installations?
Yes. Both products scale to commercial array sizes. The 4-foot section format and simple clip fixing systems are well suited to large-scale installation workflows.
Where are the Picket Fence products available?
The Picket Fence range is available to trade accounts across North America. Contact the Renew team for availability, trade pricing, and product information.
Contact Us
The Picket Fence range is currently available to trade accounts. Get in touch to discuss your requirements, request product samples, or find your nearest distributor.